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A20 TLN

2013 Volkswagen Transporter

Silver Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

166,230 mi
Last recorded166,230 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2013 Volkswagen Transporter84,645 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA20 TLN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2013
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 166,230 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2024 159,174 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive Coolant leak visible from below vehicle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Centre / rear silencer in poor condition, not leaking

Fail 13 Dec 2024 159,174 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive Coolant leak visible from below vehicle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Large split in centre of blade. Replaced at VTS (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Centre / rear silencer in poor condition, not leaking

Pass 23 Feb 2024 153,485 miles

Exhaust rear silencer deteriorated

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 14 Feb 2024 153,390 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust rear silencer deteriorated

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Feb 2023 140,685 miles

Exhaust rear silencer deteriorated

Offside Front Daytime running light inoperative

Windscreen wiper blade defective Both smearing slightly (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Feb 2023 140,685 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Exhaust rear silencer deteriorated

Offside Front Daytime running light inoperative

Pass 9 Feb 2022 128,057 miles

Exhaust rear silencer deteriorated

Windscreen wiper blade defective Both smearing slightly (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2021 113,565 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin All pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Exhaust rear silencer deteriorated

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both corroded slightly (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2019 88,989 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 75,176 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 61,543 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2017 61,543 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Jul 2016 45,166 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2016 45,166 miles

Front Headlamp aim too high Both front lights (1.8)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Transporter?

Based on 5,346,355 MOT tests across 357,225 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
5,816
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
357,225
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 89,943
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 68,503
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 59,686
position lamp(s) not working 56,717
Stop lamp not working 56,335
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A20 TLN is a 2013 Volkswagen Transporter in Silver with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2013 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.2% with a typical mileage of 84,645 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Transporter fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 89,943 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A20 TLN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Transporter typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 13 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A20 TLN registered?

A20 TLN is a 2013 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 18 July 2013.

Is A20 TLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for A20 TLN shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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